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To watch in April

Films and series to watch in April

EDITORIAL – Week of April 2nd

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Starting April 4, Sweetpea lands on Paramount+ via Canal+. Adapted from the novel by C.J. Skuse, this British series introduces an unpredictable heroine, Rhiannon—a well-mannered thirty-something… who keeps a secret list of people she’d like to eliminate. Played by Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets), Rhiannon takes us on a corrosive narrative ride, blending Fleabag-style dark humor with the chilling tension of Dexter. A provocative, irreverent, and deeply feminist black comedy.

Meanwhile, the end of the month will mark the highly anticipated return of Cillian Murphy in Small Things Like These, directed by Tim Mielants (The Responder). Based on the novel by Claire Keegan, the film takes place in 1985 Ireland and follows a modest man confronted with a chilling secret long buried by the Church. A more restrained, yet no less powerful role for the actor after Oppenheimer.

On April 8, The Handmaid’s Tale returns for its sixth and final season on OCS. Adapted from the novel by Margaret Atwood, the series created by Bruce Miller bids farewell after years of resistance, suffering, and struggle. Elisabeth Moss delivers a raw portrayal of June at the breaking point, in a world where the lines between freedom and oppression have never been so blurred. A much-awaited, intimate, and politically charged conclusion.

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Continuing with stories of resistance, Oxana by Charlène Favier, in theaters from April 10, traces the early days of the FEMEN movement in Ukraine. Led by Albina Korzh, this hard-hitting biopic shows how a group of young women turned their bodies into political battlegrounds. Between repression, conviction, and raw courage, Oxana brings the word “activism” to life.

On April 14, The Last of Us returns on Prime Video. After a first season acclaimed for its emotional depth and faithful adaptation of the video game, this next chapter promises to be more intimate and heartbreaking, with the same high-quality storytelling. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey further develop the complex father-daughter dynamic in a post-apocalyptic world on the edge of collapse.

Special mention goes to Jon Hamm, returning on April 11 in Your Friends and Neighbors (Vrais voisins, faux amis) on Apple TV+. Created by Jonathan Tropper (Banshee, Warrior), this six-episode drama mixes social satire with domestic thriller. Hamm plays a disgraced financier who turns to robbing his wealthy suburban neighbors. A sharp take on suburban hypocrisy and the masks we wear to survive.

In France, Canal+ premieres Cimetière Indien on April 7, an original creation by Thomas Bidegain. This intense political thriller revisits the unsolved murder of an imam in 1995, set in a fictional southern French housing project. Starring Camille Cottin, the series weaves together colonial memory, institutional violence, and the weight of unspoken truths. A bold and essential French production not to be missed.

Finally, the Israeli Film Festival of Paris (CIP) has just wrapped up a particularly strong edition, where narrative diversity, artistic commitment, and identity exploration took center stage. An essential event confirming the vitality of contemporary Israeli cinema.

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Reading Lolita in Tehran

Directed by Eran Riklis, starring Golshifteh Farahani, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, and Mina Kavani.

In post-revolutionary Iran, literature professor Azar Nafisi secretly gathers a group of young women to read banned classics. Between dreams and oppression, these meetings become an escape and an act of resistance.

Read the interview of Eran Riklis now (no spoiler)

Manas

Directed by Mariana Brennand Fortes, starring Jamilli Correa, Fátima Macedo, and Rômulo Braga.

Marcielle, 13, lives in the heart of the Amazon and dreams of independence. But the departure of her older sister and her first encounters with the adult world change her vision of the future.

Filmed deep in the Amazon, Manas is a rare and devastating film that speaks the unspeakable—without ever showing it. Brazilian director Marianna Brennand explores incest, sexual violence, and the weight of silence with both restraint and power. A deeply ethical and political debut feature.

REVIEW

Incest is a global scourge. In France, a child is raped every three minutes—80% of the time by someone they know. In Brazil, it’s one victim every eight minutes. And these numbers are underestimated.

As a documentary filmmaker, Marianna Brennand first heard about the subject from her friend Fafa, originally from Belém, in the state of Pará. She travelled there and began collecting testimonies. But she quickly realized that a documentary would be impossible—the fear among young girls was simply too overwhelming. To protect their voices, she turned to fiction.

Co-written with Felipe Sholl, Marcelo Grabowsky, Antonia Pellegrino, Camila Agustini, and Carolina Benevides, the film takes place on Marajó Island, in one of Brazil’s poorest regions. We follow Tielle, 13, who dreams of emancipation as she watches her older sister leave home. But on the river barges, her illusions quickly collapse.

Manas talks about incest without ever naming it. Yet everything points to it: the looks, the silences, the flinched gestures.

Violence is only suggested, never shown—and that’s what makes it so unsettling. The sound design reflects Tielle’s inner state, while the camera, always close to her face, captures her sense of suffocation.

The breathtaking images of the Amazon forest, the river, and the sunsets create a jarring contrast with the girl’s emotional devastation. In this environment, incest is normalized, even sanctioned: school and religious scenes show twelve-year-old girls visibly pregnant. Some mothers, themselves past victims, can only repeat the cycle—like the woman pregnant for the fifth time, the first by her own father.

In this rural claustrophobia, Fátima Macedo plays a complex mother—neither wholly guilty nor innocent, caught in a patriarchal system that overwhelms her. Jamilli Correa, in the role of Tielle, delivers a stunning performance of restraint and precision.

The arrival of a female police officer who reaches out to Tielle offers a faint glimmer of escape.

But will it be enough? In a region plagued by silence, tradition, and evangelical churches preaching blind faith without ever questioning familial violence, the path out remains uncertain.

Produced in part by the Dardenne brothers and Walter Salles, Manas is a brave film. A film of resistance. And a film that, like its heroine, fights to survive and to speak what so many refuse to hear.

A must-see.

MOVIES TO WATCH IN APRIL 2025

April 2nd

Cassandre (1h43, Drama), directed by Hélène Merlin, starring Billie Blain, Zabou Breitman, and Eric Ruf.

Set in the summer of 1998 in the countryside, the film follows 14-year-old Cassandre, whose changing body does not go unnoticed by her parents and older brother. Passionate about horses, she joins a small riding center for the summer, where she is embraced like a strange but welcome creature. There, she gradually discovers a new sense of normality that helps her break free from the suffocating grip of her family.

Natacha (Almost) a Flight Attendant (1h30, Adventure, Comedy), a family film suitable from age 8, directed by Noémie Saglio and starring Camille Lou, Vincent Dedienne, and Didier Bourdon.

Since childhood, Natacha has dreamed of becoming a flight attendant to explore the world. When she unexpectedly becomes entangled in the theft of the Mona Lisa, she sees it as a once-in-a-lifetime chance to live a real adventure. Accompanied by a charming but clumsy steward, she embarks on a whirlwind chase across France and Italy that could change her life forever.

Lads (1h31, Drama/Comedy), directed by Julien Menanteau, starring Marco Luraschi, Jeanne Balibar, and Marc Barbé.

The story follows Ethan, 17, who becomes an apprentice jockey in a steeplechase stable—the toughest type of horse racing. He enters a world filled with passion, betting, violence, and disillusionment. Trapped in an environment that demands constant sacrifice, Ethan must decide whether to break the rules or save himself.

Premiered in preview screenings, Lads breaks the conventions of the genre and paints a grim and realistic portrait of a world that seems to have lost its purpose.

In the Land of Our Brothers (1h35, Drama), directed by Raha Amirfazli and Alireza Ghasemi, starring Mohammad Hosseini, Hamideh Jafari, and Bashir Nikzad.

A personal and political epic about exile. In the 2000s, as Iran reels from the aftermath of the American invasion, an extended family of Afghan refugees tries to build a dignified life in the so-called “land of brothers.”

The film spans three decades of their struggle against uncertainty, marginalization, and ever-renewed hope.

Fanon (2h13, Biopic), directed by Jean-Claude Barny, starring Alexandre Bouyer, Déborah François, and Stanislas Merhar.

This biopic retraces the life of Frantz Fanon, a French-Martinican psychiatrist appointed as head of a psychiatric hospital in Blida, Algeria, during the colonial era. A key thinker of decolonization, Fanon disrupts entrenched medical practices with his deeply human and politically engaged approach. The film offers a powerful and necessary portrait of an intellectual figure still underrepresented in cinema.

On April 9

Zion, an action thriller directed by Nelson Foix, features Sloan Decombes, Philippe Calodat, and Zebrist.

Set in Guadeloupe, the story follows Chris, who balances drug deals, fleeting romances, and motorcycle escapades. When local gang leader Odell assigns him a high-stakes delivery, Chris accepts despite his best friend’s warnings. On the day of the mission, he discovers a baby left at his doorstep, propelling him into a frantic journey that forces a life-altering decision.

The Amateur, a dramatic thriller by James Hawes, stars Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, and Rachel Brosnahan.

The narrative centers on Charlie Heller, a brilliant yet introverted CIA cryptographer. His world shatters when his wife dies in a London terrorist attack. Frustrated by his superiors’ inaction, Charlie takes matters into his own hands, embarking on a perilous global quest for vengeance.

Bergers, a dramedy directed by Sophie Deraspe, showcases Félix-Antoine Duval, Solène Rigot, and Guilaine Londez.

On a whim, Mathyas swaps his advertising career in Montreal for the life of a shepherd in Provence. Anticipating tranquility, he instead encounters a grueling profession and weary farmers. Upon meeting Élise, who has also left everything behind, they are entrusted with a flock of 800 sheep, embarking on a transhumance journey. Together, they face mountain challenges and forge a new existence.

Mikado, a dramedy by Baya Kasmi, features Félix Moati, Vimala Pons, and Ramzy Bedia.

Mikado and Laetitia, who homeschool their children while living on the road, experience a vehicle breakdown that leads them to stay with Vincent, a solitary teacher and his daughter. This unexpected summer arrangement becomes a transformative period, especially as their eldest daughter, Nuage, begins to yearn for a conventional life.

The Girl with the needle, a historical drama directed by Magnus von Horn, stars Victoria Carmen Sonne, Trine Dyrholm, and Besir Zeciri.

Set in 1919 Copenhagen, Karoline, a young worker, struggles to survive. After becoming pregnant, she meets Dagmar, who runs a clandestine adoption agency. A deep bond forms between them, leading Karoline to take on the role of a wet nurse under Dagmar’s guidance.

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Travel with my father, a drama dy by Julia von Heinz, stars Lena Dunham, Stephen Fry, and Zbigniew Zamachowski.

A New York journalist invites her father, a Holocaust survivor, on a journey to Poland, his homeland. While she seeks to uncover their family’s history, he is reluctant to revisit the past, setting the stage for a complex voyage.

Le Village aux portes du paradis, a drama by Mo Harawe, features Canab Axmed Ibraahin, Axmed Cali Faarax, and Cigaal Maxamuud Saleebaan.

In a sweltering, windy Somali desert village, single father Mamargade juggles various jobs to provide a better life for his son, Cigaal. Their routine is disrupted when Mamargade’s recently divorced sister, Araweelo, moves in. Together, they navigate the challenges of a nation plagued by civil war and natural disasters.

Her Story, a romantic dramedy by Yihui Shao, stars Jia Song, Elaine Zhong, and Yu Zhang.

The film centers on Wang Tiemei, a single mother, and her child as they move into a new home and befriend their neighbor, Xiao Ye. Despite their contrasting personalities, the two women develop a unique and supportive bond.

Starting April 16

La Réparation, a drama by Régis Wargnier starring Julia de Nunez, Clovis Cornillac, and Julien De Saint-Jean.

The story begins just hours before chef Paskal Jankovski is to receive his third Michelin star: he suddenly disappears during a hunting trip, accompanied by his sous-chef. His daughter Clara, barely 20 years old, is left alone to run the prestigious restaurant.

Two years later, a mysterious invitation to Taiwan brings the past back to life…

Let’s Love While We’re Alive, a romantic comedy by Jean-Pierre Améris.

Gérard Darmon, Valérie Lemercier, and Patrick Timsit play colorful characters in a comedy that blends emotion and lightness.

Victoire, an exuberant passenger, meets Antoine Toussaint, a washed-up legendary singer, on a train to Geneva. This unlikely encounter between an energetic fan and her disillusioned idol sparks fireworks.

Oxana, a dramatic biopic by Charlène Favier, starring Albina Korzh, Maryna Koshkina, and Lada Korovai.

The film revisits the beginnings of the FEMEN movement. In 2008, in Ukraine, Oxana and her friends oppose the regime with radical and visual performances: slogans on their bodies, flower crowns. Oxana becomes a leading figure of global feminism, defying borders and taboos in the name of her beliefs—at the risk of her life.

How to Get Rich (Thanks to Grandma), a dramedy by Pat Boonnitipat.

This Thai film, originally titled Lahn Mah, stars Putthipong Assaratanakul, Usha Seamkhum, and Tontawan Tantivejakul. M, a penniless young man, learns his grandmother is ill. He decides to become the perfect grandson in hopes of securing a generous inheritance. But as time passes, this bittersweet comedy turns into a true story of love and family reconciliation.

Starting April 23

Better Days, directed by Elsa Bennett and Hippolyte Dard, features Valérie Bonneton, Michèle Laroque, and Sabrina Ouazani in a deeply human dramedy.

After a car accident, Suzanne loses custody of her three children. Sent to rehab in an alcohol treatment center, she meets Alice and Diane, two strong-willed women. Together, they must deal with Denis, a caring yet persistent coach, who challenges them with an unexpected goal: to take part in the Dunes Rally in the Moroccan desert. This wild project unites, tests, and may well change their lives.

Drop Game (original title: Drop), a thriller by Christopher Landon, stars Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, and Violett Beane. It plunges us into a date that turns into a nightmare.

Violet, a young widow and mother, goes to an upscale restaurant to meet Henry, a charming man she met online. But during the meal, she receives anonymous AirDrop messages: to save her sister and son, she must kill Henry. A chilling game of manipulation and survival unfolds in claustrophobic suspense.

Mariana’s Room, a historical drama by Emmanuel Finkiel, brings together Mélanie Thierry, Artem Kyryk, and Julia Goldberg in a harrowing closed-door setting.

In 1943, in Ukraine, Yulia entrusts her son Hugo to Mariana, a childhood friend turned prostitute in a brothel, to save him from deportation. Hidden in a closet, 11-year-old Hugo discovers the world through sounds, shadows, and whispers. The film explores survival, memory, and the unexpected bonds formed in the midst of horror.

Mexico 86, directed by César Díaz, starring Bérénice Bejo, Matheo Labbe, and Leonardo Ortizgris, is set in Mexico during the World Cup.

Maria, a Guatemalan activist in exile for years, is reunited with her 10-year-old son. Their reunion reopens wounds: can activism and motherhood coexist? A subtle drama about transmission, political struggle, and impossible choices.

Simón of the Mountain, by Federico Luis, follows 21-year-old Simón, played by Lorenzo Ferro.

In Buenos Aires, he joins a group of mentally disabled youth and finally feels a sense of belonging. This troubling drama questions identity, difference, and the line between sincere inclusion and appropriation.

Alterlove, a romantic comedy by Jonathan Taïeb starring Kim Higelin, Victor Poirier, and Jeremy Kapone, takes place over a single night in Paris.

Two strangers meet, seduce each other, and share a magical moment. Blending humor, tenderness, and sincerity, this fleeting encounter explores the fragility of modern connections and the longing for authenticity.

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Familia, directed by Francesco Costabile, is set in early 2000s Rome.

Licia, a single mother, raises her two sons alone after fleeing from their violent father Franco. But ten years later, Franco returns, determined to reclaim his place. Caught between rejection, fascination, and tension, the film portrays the scars of family violence and the temptation to forgive

I Shall Not Hate, a documentary by Tal Barda, retraces the moving story of Izzeldin Abuelaish, the first Palestinian doctor to work in an Israeli hospital.

In 2009, a bombing killed three of his daughters. Exiled in Canada, he became a powerful voice for Israeli-Palestinian peace, nominated five times for the Nobel Prize. A gripping documentary blending intimate tragedy with global commitment.

Starting April 30

Thunderbolts*, directed by Jake Schreier, brings together the most unlikely anti-heroes of the Marvel Universe: Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster, and John Walker.

Trapped by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, they are forced to work together on a perilous mission that confronts them with their own demons. A new dark and explosive chapter in the Marvel saga

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Small Things Like These, a drama by Tim Mielants starring Cillian Murphy, Clare Dunne, and Emily Watson, is set in 1985 Ireland.

Bill Furlong, a humble coal merchant, uncovers a chilling secret in a convent. Faced with silence and religious omertà, he must choose between truth and self-preservation. A sober and striking film recalling the scandals of the Magdalene Sisters.

A Touch of Love, by Maël Piriou, is a tender and irreverent comedy starring Julia Piaton, Grégory Gadebois, and Quentin Dolmaire.

Mélanie, a lawyer with a terminal illness, decides to live her final months to the fullest. She drags her best friend Benjamin on a road trip to a brothel in Spain. This offbeat, emotional journey explores the blurry lines between friendship and desire.

On Swift Horses, a romance by Daniel Minahan starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, and Will Poulter, takes us to post-war America.

Muriel and Lee, newlyweds, welcome Lee’s brother Julius, a charismatic gambler. A love triangle forms, but Julius, drawn to a young card player, chooses a different path. A romantic, sensual, and tragic saga with echoes of Tennessee Williams.

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TO WATCH AS OF APRIL 2ND, 2025

Mercredi / Wednesday 2

Arte : Alice et le maire

France 2 : Tout le monde ment 3

France 3 : France et épuration : entre vengeance et justice

CStar : Green Zone

Jeudi / Thursday 3

Canal + : Dope Girls

Arte : 37 secondes (série)

Vendredi / Friday 4

M6 : Clean

Dimanche / Sunday 6

Arte : L’épreuve de force

Lundi / Monday 7

France 2 : Kaboul

TF1 Series : Mort sur le Nil

Mardi / Tuesday 8

France 2 : Le Procès de Klaus Barbie

TFX : Shrek

ARTE ‘ PROGRAMME TO WATCH IN APRIL

Films

The Handmaid’s Tale, available now.

Directed by Volker Schlöndorff, this 1989 film is one of the earliest adaptations of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel, long before the famous series starring Elisabeth Moss. In the near future, a nuclear catastrophe has drastically reduced fertility rates, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian regime where fertile women are enslaved to bear children for the ruling elite. Natasha Richardson portrays Kate, a woman torn from her family and forced to become a “handmaid” under the control of the Commander (Robert Duvall) and his wife Serena Joy (Faye Dunaway).

With its cold cinematography and oppressive storytelling, Volker Schlöndorff delivers a dark and chilling vision of a society where religion and political power unite to destroy fundamental freedoms. A striking film that remains as relevant as ever in its themes.

Adios Buenos Aires, available now.

Directed by German Kral, this Argentine drama blends music and melancholy in a Buenos Aires gripped by crisis. Set in 2001, during a period of economic turmoil, the film follows Julio Färber, a tango musician and shoe shop owner who decides to leave Argentina for Germany with his mother and daughter. However, his plans take an unexpected turn when Mariela, a strong-willed taxi driver, crashes into his car and suddenly enters his life.

Balancing themes of exile, an homage to tango, and an unexpected romance, Adios Buenos Aires paints a vivid portrait of a man torn between an uncertain future and a past he cannot let go of. With an evocative soundtrackand a poignant depiction of a country in chaos, the film explores identity and the sense of belonging in a changing homeland.

The Kite Runner, now.

As a privileged child in Kabul, Amir betrays his best friend Hassan after winning a kite-flying competition. Years later, now living in exile in the United States, he receives a message that compels him to return to Afghanistan, a country ravaged by war and Taliban rule, to confront his past. Adapted from Khaled Hosseini’s bestselling novel, this poignant film by Marc Forster (World War Z) delves into themes of forgiveness, exile, and the scars of childhood in a nation torn apart.

Ravel in a Thousand Shards: On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Maurice Ravel, ARTE presents an original musical fiction that traces the life of the composer through his major works. The film will be available on ARTE.tv starting February 23, 2025, and will be broadcast on the channel on March 2, 2025, at 6:05 PM.

Documentaries

Isabel Allende, the Writer of Exile

A literary voice shaped by exile and activism

Born in Chile and related to President Salvador Allende, who was assassinated in 1973, Isabel Allende was forced into exile in the United States—an experience that deeply influences her writing. Through her novels and activism, she passionately defends the cause of migrants and exiles. This insightful documentary explores her literary and personal journey, highlighting how history has shaped her storytelling and humanitarian commitment.

On Wednesday, February 26 at 11:00 PM
Available until May 26, 2025

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Nigeria’s Powerful Literary Voice, streaming now.

A bold literary voice at the heart of Nigeria

This captivating documentary from Invitation au voyage highlights Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, one of the most influential contemporary literary figures. Through works like Half of a Yellow Sun, which revisits the trauma of the Biafran War, and Americanah, which explores the experiences of the African diaspora, the Nigerian author examines her country’s struggles and global issues. Her powerful and engaged writing has made her a leading voice in feminism and African literature.

Series

Mr. Bates vs. The Post Office, available now.

Directed by James Strong, this British mini-series revisits one of the biggest judicial scandals in UK history. Toby Jonesportrays Alan Bates, a Welsh postmaster fighting against a corrupt administration after being unjustly accused of theft.

As hundreds of postal workers across the country face similar charges due to a faulty accounting software, the series delves into a gripping legal battle for truth and justice.

A poignant drama, carried by a stellar cast and a narrative inspired by real events.

Fatal Crossing – Les filles du ferry (1/8): A Gripping Investigation Between Past and Present

After being sidelined following a scandal, investigative journalist Nora Sand returns to Denmark to lay low. But her instincts take over when she comes across photos of two young girls who vanished forty years ago during a ferry crossing between Denmark and England. Determined to uncover the truth behind this unsolved mystery, she dives into a thrilling investigation where secrets from the past resurface, and every discovery brings her closer to real danger.

Inspired by Lone Theils’ bestselling novel, this immersive Nordic noir series is carried by the striking performance of Marie Sandø Jondal and the atmospheric direction of Magnus Berggren. A dark and compelling thriller that masterfully blends investigative journalism with gripping crime suspense.

Nismet, streaming now.
“Nismet” tells the story of a 16-year-old girl living in a small town near Marseille. Facing a depressed mother and a tyrannical stepfather, Nismet decides to run away after an attempted assault.
The series follows her journey toward independence, moving from shelter to shelter as she tries to build a life of her own.
Directed by Philippe Faucon, the series is based on a true story and won an award at the La Rochelle Fiction Festival in 2024.

Douglas is Cancelled, streaming now.
Created by Steven Moffat, Douglas is Cancelled is a British dramedy miniseries.
It follows Douglas Bellowes, a respected TV presenter whose life takes a drastic turn after being accused of making a sexist joke at a family wedding.
The series explores themes of cancel culture and the impact of social media on both public and private lives.

To watch in April on Netflix

SERIES

Israeli & films series to watch now

Asterix & Obelix : The Big Fight, by Alain Chabat! On April 30.

Adolescence, now: a must-watch!

This poignant drama follows the story of a family facing the arrest of their 13-year-old son for the murder of a classmate. Starring Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty.

The Residence – Now : a must watch

Created by Paul William Davies and produced by Shonda Rhimes, this series takes place behind the scenes of the White House, exploring the political and personal intrigues of the residential staff.

You, last season, April 24.

The highly anticipated fifth and final season of the hit thriller series You arrives on Netflix on April 24, 2025. Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) returns to New York City aiming to finally achieve his dream of a peaceful, happy life.

Yet, his dark past and sinister impulses quickly resurface, threatening to unravel his new existence alongside wife Kate Galvin (Charlotte Ritchie).

This concluding season introduces captivating new characters such as the enigmatic playwright Bronte (Madeline Brewer) and powerful Lockwood family members (Anna Camp, Griffin Matthews), plunging Joe into a ruthless world of wealth, power, and dangerous seduction.

Prepare for a gripping and explosive finale led by new showrunners Michael Foley and Justin W. Lo—this is a conclusion you won’t want to miss.

Pulse, on April 3.

Created by Carlton Cuse (Lost, Bates Motel) and Zoe Robyn, the series immerses viewers into the high-stakes environment of Miami’s busiest Level 1 trauma center, Maguire Hospital.

Follow young ER doctor Danielle “Danny” Simms (Willa Fitzgerald), newly promoted to chief resident, as she navigates critical medical emergencies, increased responsibilities, and complex personal relationships.

With a promising cast including Colin Woodell, Justina Machado, and Jack Bannon, Pulse promises to deliver suspense, emotional depth, and medical authenticity, making it a must-watch for fans of intense and realistic medical dramas.

To watch in April on Prime Video

SERIES

Bosch Legacy, the final season, streaming now.

Created by Michael Connelly, Eric Overmyer, and Tom Bernardo, the series sees Bosch teaming up with his daughter Maddie (Madison Lintz), who has joined the police force. With support from defense attorney Honey Chandler (Mimi Rogers) and cyber expert Mo (Stephen A. Chang), the story wraps up a decade of character-driven noir drama set in a gritty, realistic Los Angeles.

The Last of Us, season 2, on April 14.

The Wheel of Time – Season 3, now.

Adapted from Robert Jordan’s novels, this epic fantasy series returns for its third season. Moiraine and Rand al’Thor face new challenges as ominous prophecies begin to unfold.

FILMS

Holland, streaming now.

Starring Nicole Kidman, Gael García Bernal, & Matthew Macfadyen.

Films and series to watch in April on Canal+

Cimetière Indien, on April 7.

An original French series created by Thomas Bidegain (A Prophet, Les Cowboys) and Thibault Vanhulle, explores three decades of buried secrets in a fictional southern French town. In 1995, rookie anti-terrorism agent Lidia investigates the murder of an imam.

Thirty years later, now a high-ranking officer, she is forced to revisit that case.

Directed by Thomas Bidegain, the series stars Camille Cottin, Jérémie Renier, Slimane Dazi, and Moussa Mansaly.

Cimetière Indien blends political thriller, colonial memory, and generational trauma with striking narrative power.

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HAPPY FACE, available now.

Created by Jennifer Cacicio.

Starring: Annaleigh Ashford, Dennis Quaid, David Arquette, Lili Simmons.

Inspired by the true story of Melissa Jesperson-Moore, this series tells the harrowing journey of a woman who, at the age of 15, discovers that her father is the infamous serial killer known as the “Happy Face Killer.”

Torn between personal investigation and a quest for identity, she seeks to understand the man behind the crimes while struggling to build her own life despite this terrifying legacy.

Produced by Robert and Michelle King (The Good Wife, Evil), Happy Face promises to be a gripping psychological thriller, driven by intense performances and an oppressive atmosphere.

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SERIES

SWEETPEA, created by Ella Purnell, on April 4.

Shannon Lewis is bored with her life. People walk past her on the street without even glancing at her. She’s constantly overlooked for promotions at work, the guy she likes won’t commit, and her father is seriously, seriously ill.
Then everything in her life suddenly changes.

LE SENS DES CHOSES, created by Noé Debré and Benjamin Charbit, directed by Keren Ben Rafael.

Starring Elsa Guedj, Manu Payet et Éric Elmosnino.

DOPE GIRLS, available now.

Created by Matthew Read.

Starring: Julianne Nicholson, Aisling Franciosi, Eddie Marsan, Aneurin Barnard.

Based on Marek Kohn’s book Dope Girls: The Birth of the British Drug Underground, this six-episode British series immerses viewers in 1920s London, a time when the consumption of drugs boomed in Soho’s clubs and cabarets.

Amidst this underground explosion, Kate Meyrick (Julianne Nicholson), an ambitious single mother, builds a criminal empire and becomes the queen of London’s nightlife.

Filled with power struggles, betrayals, and female resilience in a male-dominated world, Dope Girls promises to be a captivating period drama exploring the rise of organized crime and the extraordinary story of a woman fighting to claim her place in history.

Films and series to watch in April on Apple TV

SERIES

Your Friends and neighbors, on April 11.

A suspenseful dark comedy created by Jonathan Tropper (Banshee, Warrior), stars Jon Hamm as Andrew “Coop” Cooper, a hedge fund manager newly divorced and fired.

To maintain his lifestyle, he begins robbing his affluent neighbors—only to uncover far more sinister secrets.

Directed by Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya), Greg Yaitanes, and Stephanie Laing, the series co-stars Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn, Lena Hall, Hoon Lee, and Mark Tallman.

A biting satire on suburban appearances and dangerous friendships.

Dope Thief, now.

An eight-episode crime drama produced by Ridley Scott, who also directs the first episode. The series follows two former criminal partners caught in a drug trafficking network.

Government cheese, April 16.

Government Cheese is a surrealist family comedy set in 1969 San Fernando Valley that tells the story of the Chambers, a quirky family pursuing lofty and seemingly impossible dreams, beautifully unfettered by the realities of the world.

When Hampton Chambers (Oyelowo) is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn’t go quite as he’d planned. During his absence, Hampton’s wife, Astoria (Missick), and sons, Einstein (Ellison) and Harrison (Di’Allo Winston), have formed an unconventional family unit, and Hampton’s return spins their world into chaos.

The ensemble cast also includes Bokeem Woodbine (“Fargo”), Jeremy Bobb (“The Continental”), Louis Cancelmi (“The Irishman”), Julien Heron (“Baskets”), Djilali Rez-Kallah (“My Hero”), Louis Ferreira (“Stargate Universe”), Thomas Beaudoin (“Hubert & Fanny”) and Kyle Mac (“The Boys”), with John Ortiz (“Bad Monkey”) and Adam Beach (“Smoke Signals”).

Berlin ER, now.

Set in 1980s Berlin, this series follows an emergency doctor who becomes entangled in an international conspiracy while juggling the challenges of emergency medicine.

The White Lotus (Max) season 3, now.

Severance – Streaming now.

This acclaimed sci-fi series returns with a new season.

Created by Dan Erickson and directed by Ben Stiller, it delves into the consequences of a procedure that separates employees’ professional and personal memories.

Starring Adam Scott, Patricia Arquette, and John Turturro, this season promises new and intriguing twists.

The Studio, streaming now.

10-episode half hour comedy starring Seth Rogen, who also serves as writer, director and executive producer alongside Emmy Award-nominee Evan Goldberg, is officially set to make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, followed by one episode every Wednesday through May 21, 2025.

In The Studio, Rogen stars as the newly appointed head of a movie studio, Continental Studios. Desperate for the approval of celebrities, he and his team of executives at Continental Studios must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions as they try to keep movies alive and relevant.

The Studio is created by Multi-Emmy Award winners Peter Huyck and Alex Gregory along with Rogen and Goldberg, and Frida Perez. Point Grey Pictures’ James Weaver, Alex McAtee and Josh Fagen also serve as executive producers alongside Rogen and Goldberg.

To watch in April on Disney Plus

FILMS

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, streaming now.

Sugarcane: Shadows of a Residential School by Julian Brave NoiseCat, Emily Kassie, streaming now.

Synopsis: An investigation into the discovery of unmarked graves at a former Indigenous residential school in Canada, uncovering the abuse suffered by Indigenous children and the intergenerational trauma that followed.

Nightbitch – Directed by Marianne Heller, streaming now.

Starring Amy Adams. The film follows a former artist who becomes a mother and begins to believe that she is transforming into a dog.

It is based on the 2021 novel by Rachel Yoder, which explores themes of motherhood and identity.

SERIES

The Handmaid’s Tale, on April 8

The Handmaid’s Tale, the sixth and final season of the landmark dystopian series, premieres at last.

Created by Bruce Miller and based on Margaret Atwood’s novel, the series comes to a close after redefining the genre of political fiction. This final chapter follows June Osborne (played by Elisabeth Moss) as she continues her fight against Gilead’s regime, while its influence dangerously spreads across borders.

Directed in part by Moss herself, the season explores fragile alliances, trauma, and reckoning.

Also starring Yvonne Strahovski, Joseph Fiennes, Bradley Whitford, Max Minghella, and Ann Dowd, this intense and deeply personal ending promises answers to long-standing moral and emotional conflicts.

Andor, season 2, on April 22.

Bref 2, now.

PARADISE – Streaming now

Starring: Sterling K. Brown, James Marsden, Julianne Nicholson.
Why watch it? This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman envisions a political thriller set in a peaceful community inhabited by some of the most influential figures in the world. But their tranquility is shattered when a shocking murder occurs, triggering a high-stakes investigation.

Only Murders in the Building, now and always!

A quirky trio investigates murders in their building. Mystery, humor, and suspense collide!

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Manas

Filmed deep in the Amazon, Manas is a rare and devastating film that speaks the unspeakable—without ever showing it. Brazilian director Marianna Brennand explores incest, sexual violence, and the weight of silence with both restraint and power. A deeply ethical and political debut feature.

REVIEW

Manas talks about incest without ever naming it. Yet everything points to it: the looks, the silences, the flinched gestures.

MOVIES TO WATCH IN APRIL 2025

April 2nd

Cassandre (1h43, Drama), directed by Hélène Merlin, starring Billie Blain, Zabou Breitman, and Eric Ruf.

Natacha (Almost) a Flight Attendant (1h30, Adventure, Comedy), a family film suitable from age 8, directed by Noémie Saglio and starring Camille Lou, Vincent Dedienne, and Didier Bourdon.

Lads (1h31, Drama/Comedy), directed by Julien Menanteau, starring Marco Luraschi, Jeanne Balibar, and Marc Barbé.

In the Land of Our Brothers (1h35, Drama), directed by Raha Amirfazli and Alireza Ghasemi, starring Mohammad Hosseini, Hamideh Jafari, and Bashir Nikzad.

Fanon (2h13, Biopic), directed by Jean-Claude Barny, starring Alexandre Bouyer, Déborah François, and Stanislas Merhar.

On April 9

Zion, an action thriller directed by Nelson Foix, features Sloan Decombes, Philippe Calodat, and Zebrist.

The Amateur, a dramatic thriller by James Hawes, stars Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, and Rachel Brosnahan.

Bergers, a dramedy directed by Sophie Deraspe, showcases Félix-Antoine Duval, Solène Rigot, and Guilaine Londez.

Mikado, a dramedy by Baya Kasmi, features Félix Moati, Vimala Pons, and Ramzy Bedia.

The Girl with the needle, a historical drama directed by Magnus von Horn, stars Victoria Carmen Sonne, Trine Dyrholm, and Besir Zeciri.

Travel with my father, a drama dy by Julia von Heinz, stars Lena Dunham, Stephen Fry, and Zbigniew Zamachowski.

Le Village aux portes du paradis, a drama by Mo Harawe, features Canab Axmed Ibraahin, Axmed Cali Faarax, and Cigaal Maxamuud Saleebaan.

Her Story, a romantic dramedy by Yihui Shao, stars Jia Song, Elaine Zhong, and Yu Zhang.

Starting April 16

La Réparation, a drama by Régis Wargnier starring Julia de Nunez, Clovis Cornillac, and Julien De Saint-Jean.

Let’s Love While We’re Alive, a romantic comedy by Jean-Pierre Améris.

Oxana, a dramatic biopic by Charlène Favier, starring Albina Korzh, Maryna Koshkina, and Lada Korovai.

How to Get Rich (Thanks to Grandma), a dramedy by Pat Boonnitipat.

Starting April 23

Better Days, directed by Elsa Bennett and Hippolyte Dard, features Valérie Bonneton, Michèle Laroque, and Sabrina Ouazani in a deeply human dramedy.

Drop Game (original title: Drop), a thriller by Christopher Landon, stars Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, and Violett Beane. It plunges us into a date that turns into a nightmare.

Mariana’s Room, a historical drama by Emmanuel Finkiel, brings together Mélanie Thierry, Artem Kyryk, and Julia Goldberg in a harrowing closed-door setting.

Mexico 86, directed by César Díaz, starring Bérénice Bejo, Matheo Labbe, and Leonardo Ortizgris, is set in Mexico during the World Cup.

Simón of the Mountain, by Federico Luis, follows 21-year-old Simón, played by Lorenzo Ferro.

Alterlove, a romantic comedy by Jonathan Taïeb starring Kim Higelin, Victor Poirier, and Jeremy Kapone, takes place over a single night in Paris.

Familia, directed by Francesco Costabile, is set in early 2000s Rome.

I Shall Not Hate, a documentary by Tal Barda, retraces the moving story of Izzeldin Abuelaish, the first Palestinian doctor to work in an Israeli hospital.

Starting April 30

Thunderbolts*, directed by Jake Schreier, brings together the most unlikely anti-heroes of the Marvel Universe: Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster, and John Walker.

Small Things Like These, a drama by Tim Mielants starring Cillian Murphy, Clare Dunne, and Emily Watson, is set in 1985 Ireland.

A Touch of Love, by Maël Piriou, is a tender and irreverent comedy starring Julia Piaton, Grégory Gadebois, and Quentin Dolmaire.

On Swift Horses, a romance by Daniel Minahan starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, and Will Poulter, takes us to post-war America.

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Films

The Handmaid’s Tale, available now.

Adios Buenos Aires, available now.

The Kite Runner, now.

Documentaries

Isabel Allende, the Writer of Exile

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Nigeria’s Powerful Literary Voice, streaming now.

Series

Mr. Bates vs. The Post Office, available now.

To watch in April on Netflix

SERIES

Asterix & Obelix : The Big Fight, by Alain Chabat! On April 30.

You, last season, April 24.

Pulse, on April 3.

To watch in April on Prime Video

SERIES

Bosch Legacy, the final season, streaming now.

The Last of Us, season 2, on April 14.

FILMS

Holland, streaming now.

Films and series to watch in April on Canal+

Cimetière Indien, on April 7.

HAPPY FACE, available now.

SERIES

SWEETPEA, created by Ella Purnell, on April 4.

LE SENS DES CHOSES, created by Noé Debré and Benjamin Charbit, directed by Keren Ben Rafael.

DOPE GIRLS, available now.